tectonic plates - Earth 💕

• What are the large pieces that make up the Earth's surface called?

  Tectonic plates
• What is the visual metaphor used to describe tectonic plates?

  Like a puzzle
• How does the process of subduction relate to the formation of volcanoes?

  Subduction leads to melting and magma formation
• What occurs at destructive plate boundaries?

  • One plate goes under another
  • Forms deep trenches
  • Causes earthquakes
  • Triggers volcanoes
• What is the significance of deep trenches formed by subduction?

  They indicate where one plate is descending
• What natural disasters can be triggered by destructive plate boundaries?

  Earthquakes and volcanoes
• What are tectonic plates?

  Massive pieces of the Earth's crust
• What is the term for when two tectonic plates collide?

  Destructive boundary
• What happens when two tectonic plates collide?

  One can slide under the other
• What is the process called when one plate slides under another?

  Subduction
• What are the main economic activities associated with the ocean?

  • Fishing: Provides food and supports industries
  • Shipping: Transports goods globally
  • Tourism: Attracts tourists and generates revenue
  • Oil extraction: Supplies energy and fuels industries
• What is ocean pollution?

  Harmful substances entering the ocean
• What phenomenon can occur when tectonic plates collide?

  Earthquakes
• How do tectonic plates move?

  They move around very slowly
• What is one effect of oil spills on the ocean?

  Contaminates water and harms marine animals
• What geological features are formed at destructive boundaries?

  Deep trenches
• How can the analogy of two cars help explain tectonic plate interactions?

  A heavier car pushes the lighter one down
• What is the effect of tectonic plates moving slowly?

  They can cause significant geological events
• How does sewer waste contribute to ocean pollution?

  Introduces pollutants like bacteria into the ocean
• What is the structure of the marine ecosystem organized by?

  Layers
• What is the result of one tectonic plate going under another?

  It can cause earthquakes and volcanoes
• How does the movement of tectonic plates relate to earthquakes and volcanoes?

  Plate collisions can trigger these geological events
• What types of organisms are found in the mid-water layer of the marine ecosystem?

  Larger fish and marine mammals
• What are the common causes of ocean pollution?

  Oil spills, sewer waste, and plastics
• What are the effects of ocean pollution?

  • Water contamination: Unsafe for marine life
  • Habitat destruction: Ruins coral reefs
  • Marine life harm: Poisoning or suffocation of animals
• Why is the ocean economically crucial for many countries?

  It supports fishing, shipping, tourism, and oil extraction
• What organisms are found in the surface layer of the marine ecosystem?

  Plankton and small fish
• How is the marine ecosystem organized?

  By depth and habitats
• What are the major habitats in the marine ecosystem?

  • Coral reefs
  • Kelp forests
• How do economic activities utilize ocean resources?

  They exploit resources and infrastructure for profit
• What are coral reefs known for?

  Vibrant communities sheltering diverse species
• What forms the productive ecosystems of kelp forests?

  Giant algae
• What can happen to rock when tectonic plates interact?

  Hot, melted rock can shoot out
• How does ocean pollution compare to destructive plate boundaries?

  Slower-acting but equally harmful process
• What does the carbon footprint measure?

  Carbon dioxide released during a process
• What are the common causes of ocean pollution?

  1. Oil spills
  2. Sewer waste
  3. Unnecessary use of plastics
• What does oil extraction provide for industries?

  It supplies energy and fuels
• What effect does exposure to plastics have on marine organisms' immune systems?

  It can impair immune function
• What is the significance of shipping in the ocean economy?

  It facilitates global trade
• What are the two main methods of plastic disposal that release CO₂?

  Burning or burying plastic